ZAMBIA CALLS FOR INCLUSIVE AI COOPERATION
SHANGHAI, CHINA, July 20th 2026 - SMART Zambia Institute, National Coordinator, Percy Chinyama has called on the global community to ensure that Artificial Intelligence serves as a tool for inclusive development and shared prosperity, particularly for developing nations. Speaking at the Informal Preparatory Session on the Establishment of the World Artificial Intelligence Cooperation Organization (WAICO) in Shanghai, China, Mr Chinyama emphasized that AI is no longer a technology of the future but a foundation for modern economies, governments, and societies. He noted that for countries like Zambia, AI presents a unique opportunity to leapfrog traditional development barriers and accelerate social and economic transformation. “Zambia has already established important digital foundations upon which AI innovation can grow, including the Government Service Bus, secure government networks, digital identity initiatives, and national data-sharing frameworks,” the National Coordinator stated....
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